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My dog has white patches, hair loss, and a limp since autumn
White patches and hair loss suggest fungal or other skin disease needing a scrape; lameness may be fracture, sprain, luxating patella, arthritis, or interdigital dermatitis needing X-ray; not eating means pain, so see a vet.
My dog’s foot is swollen and it can’t put weight on it; nails are red
Swollen paws with red nails usually mean interdigital dermatitis or an infected wound. Shave and clean the area, disinfect, and spray antifungal/antibacterial medicine twice daily; see a vet if no improvement.
There is a hard white thing next to my dog’s nail, about the size of the nail
From the photo a foreign object may be embedded in the nail bed, or it could be interdigital dermatitis with an embedded object from lack of care. Have a vet remove it and treat; for interdigital dermatitis use iodine and erythromycin ointment.
My dog’s front toes are red between them, it will not put the paw down and licks often – what’s wrong?
This is likely interdigital (toe) dermatitis; keep the area dry and clean, rinse with saline and apply antiseptic spray or ointment, emptying any discharge first. If no better in 3 days, see a vet.
Why does my dog have red or black spots on its skin?
From the photo the dog may have seborrheic dermatitis or folliculitis, with scaly skin from abnormal keratinization and oil glands. Keep it clean and feed a light diet.
What happens if you don’t deworm a dog?
Skipping deworming invites fleas, ticks, mites, and worms that steal nutrition (anemia, weight loss) and cause itching, hair loss, dermatitis, and gut issues. Deworm monthly (external) and every 2-3 months (internal).
What happens if a dog eats salt long-term?
Too much salt burdens the kidneys and can cause reduced function, high blood pressure, and heart disease. It also worsens tear stains and skin inflammation, and can fade coat and even cause neurological signs.
Is a Dog’s Red Skin a Skin Disease?
The photo suggests skin disease or parasite infection, similar to seborrheic dermatitis from unclean follicles or flea bites. Get a vet check; if parasites, deworm.
Why Does a Dog Have Skin Ulcers?
Skin ulcers can come from skin disease, parasite bites, injuries or allergies. Clean wounds promptly and see a vet if unsure of the cause.
What If a Dog’s Collar Is Too Tight?
An over-tight collar can press neck vessels and limit circulation, cause breathing trouble and throat or trachea injury if it struggles, and chafe the skin causing hair loss or dermatitis. Check the fit regularly.